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A guide to LGBTQ travel in Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley
Wineries, restaurants and places to stay
A list of small towns to visit near Salem, Oregon
Finding small-town charm
Stretching from the Coastal Range into parts of the Cascade Mountains and covering nearly 50 miles of I-5, the Salem, Oregon, area has dozens of award-winning wineries, countless waterfall hikes and numerous must-visit historical sites. Towns like Aurora, Independence and Detroit are well-known in this area, but there are a handful of smaller towns you may have never heard of but need to visit.
8 reasons to visit Dallas, Oregon
An idyllic town with history, trails and wineries
Set among vineyards and rolling hills, Dallas is located about 25 minutes outside of Salem, Oregon. Its owner-operated businesses, small-town charm and walkable downtown square will have you feeling like you’re in Mayberry – for all the right reasons.
10 foodie destinations near Salem, Oregon
Where to eat in Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley
The Salem, Oregon, area is filled with mouth-watering restaurants. From the Willamette Valley’s famed farm-to-table food to international cuisine, there’s a local eatery for every palate.
8 reasons to visit Silverton, Oregon
A charming town with waterfalls, art and history
Located less than 30 minutes from downtown Salem, Oregon, you’ll find the picturesque town of Silverton. With well-maintained homes, a historic downtown area with local, one-of-a-kind businesses and dozens of hand-painted murals, Silverton is brimming with small-town charm.
20 experiences to add to your Salem bucket list
One-of-a-kind attractions near Salem, Oregon
The Salem, Oregon, area has a little bit of everything – great restaurants, a vibrant cultural scene and spectacular recreational opportunities. To help you truly experience the area, here are 20 things to add to your Salem bucket list:
8 reasons to visit Mt. Angel, Oregon
Culture, history and food collide in this Bavarian-inspired town.
Located in the rolling hills of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Mt. Angel is easy to miss on a map. The small, Bavarian-inspired town of just 3,500 people sits less than an hour south of Portland.
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